Conah Walker has been through a rough patch. But he will finally get the chance to challenge for the British welterweight world title against Harry Scarf on Saturday at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham.
Walker has been heavily matched up throughout his career. Never shy away from difficult trials. Walker lost to Samuel Antwi and Kane Gardner, but came back from those defeats to beat the odds on Cyrus Paterson, then shoved Lewis. Crocker approached, many people would have doubted themselves after the slip-up. But Walker always knew he would challenge for the British title.
“I had no doubt I would be here,” Walker told BoxingScene. “When I got there I never knew. We’ve reached this point. And I feel more prepared. I feel like I am at the peak of my career. and the most suitable age And I’ve fought in every style I’ve ever had. I never turn down a fight and look. Now it’s arrived. And I’m waiting for it.
“You are still crushing. You branch out. And these opportunities hinder themselves. I’m just showing that it can happen. The child who came from the small hall and fight every battle that arises I want young men who are coming through and becoming professionals to see that if they can do it, they can do it. Just keep reaching out. Don’t beat yourself up if you lose money because nowadays it’s not like that with friends. No longer in the Mayweather era, what do you do if a Sunday League football team loses? ‘Am I going to pack up and retire?’ No. You just move on. You rebuild. That’s it.”
Walker must take down Sfarf. If he wants to leave Nottingham with the prestigious Lonsdale belt. Scarf is a crafty customer who has earned the nickname ‘Dreadful Harry’ because he was a tough night for everyone. Regardless of their level, he recently competed in the elimination round for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ IBF title and pushed Karen Chukhadzian all the way, but lost by decision.
“It will be a tough fight. Don’t get me wrong,” Walker said. “I have no doubt in my mind that it will be a tough fight. I’m waiting But I just felt like I had an answer for him. It’s my Saturday night And no one can take that away from me.
“Yes, it was a good performance.[In the game against Chukhadzian],” he continued, “Don’t get me wrong. he is there He was there all the way. But I think I can do the same. I thought I was going to get the win, but look, he’s another fighter who took every fight. There is important equipment for him. And we will settle our differences on Saturday night, that’s all.”
Scarf talks about how his experience at a higher level will help separate him and Walker. Scarf believes he is a level above Walker. And that will be evident on Saturday night.
“I love the fact that he said that,” Walker said. “You keep saying that. You overlook me all the time, friend. It would be a shock to his system when I clip it on him. I just expect to meet him with everything he brings. No matter what he brings I’ll make it void. and beat him all over the stage
“I don’t know what he’s going to bring to the table. But I have a sneaky idea how he’s going to handle it. And I have finished my homework. And you know, let Saturday night reveal itself. I’m just looking forward. And I’m looking forward to the hand raised at the end. And woke up on Sunday morning with my son. my belt And a big breakfast!”
